We’re partnered with a globally recognised FMCG brand known for delivering high-quality, innovative products across international markets. With continued investment across EMEA, they are looking to hire a Technical Specialist to support the end-to-end delivery of new products from concept through to full-scale production.

This is a highly visible, hands-on role sitting at the intersection of innovation, manufacturing and commercial delivery.

The Role:

You’ll take ownership of product scale-up and technical validation, ensuring new products are production-ready and successfully launched across a complex external manufacturing network.

You’ll be working closely with:

• NPD & R&D
• Quality & Regulatory
• Supply Chain & Operations
• Third-party manufacturers

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support production trials and scale-up activities
• Ensure products move from lab to factory efficiently and successfully
• Develop and manage technical documentation (trial plans, validation protocols, reports)
• Partner with manufacturers to optimise processes and resolve technical challenges
• Troubleshoot issues during trials and early production runs
• Ensure products meet quality, safety and specification standards
• Support delivery of high-volume NPD pipelines across EMEA

Requirements:

• 2–4 years’ experience in FMCG, food, beverage or liquid manufacturing
• Background in process, NPD, or technical roles
• Degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or similar
• Experience in:
• Production trials
• Scale-up
• Manufacturing validation
• Strong problem-solving mindset
• Comfortable working across multiple stakeholders and sites

Why This Role?

• Work on products you’ll actually see on shelves globally
• Be part of a high-growth, innovation-led pipeline
• Gain exposure across the full product lifecycle
• Work within a collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Clear opportunity to progress into senior technical or NPD roles